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Rover Mini

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,275 cc

S98 MFLMOT history

S98 MFL is a blue petrol Rover Mini first used on 12 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 15 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 43,804 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 May 2027
Mileage
43,804 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,088 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S98 MFL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
12 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 May 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S98 MFL was last recorded at 43,804 miles on 29 Apr 2026, 695 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
43,109 miles · 3 May 2025
Between the last two tests
695 miles
Average per year
1,088 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 43,804 miles
  • 2025 – 43,109 miles
  • 2024 – 42,418 miles
  • 2023 – 41,940 miles
  • 2022 – 41,354 miles
  • 2021 – 40,783 miles
  • 2020 – 40,048 miles
  • 2019 – 39,312 miles
  • 2018 – 38,560 miles
  • 2013 – 38,545 miles
  • 2011 – 36,730 miles
  • 2010 – 33,792 miles
  • 2009 – 30,951 miles
  • 2008 – 28,420 miles
  • 2007 – 25,758 miles
  • 2006 – 23,595 miles
  • 2005 – 21,621 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass43,804 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2005–2011

  • Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

25 tests since 21 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass43,804 miles (+695)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2027
    Odometer
    43,804 miles
    Test number
    167855629355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass43,109 miles (+691)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2026
    Odometer
    43,109 miles
    Test number
    304602965038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass42,418 miles (+478)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2025
    Odometer
    42,418 miles
    Test number
    151785708769

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass41,940 miles (+586)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2024
    Odometer
    41,940 miles
    Test number
    410429870597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass41,354 miles (+571)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2023
    Odometer
    41,354 miles
    Test number
    319940989532

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass40,783 miles (+735)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2022
    Odometer
    40,783 miles
    Test number
    973248240506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass40,048 miles (+736)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2021
    Odometer
    40,048 miles
    Test number
    408865891566

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass39,312 miles (+752)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    39,312 miles
    Test number
    604788615438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass38,560 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    38,560 miles
    Test number
    496330283433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass38,545 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    38,545 miles
    Test number
    289001253084
    • NoteUNDER/BODY/SHOWING/SIGHNS/AGE/WEAR

  11. Fail38,543 miles (+1,813)15 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,543 miles
    Test number
    107534223432
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteTICK/OVER/HIGH/FOR/GAS/TEST

  12. Pass36,730 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    36,730 miles
    Test number
    755515231349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail36,730 miles (+2,938)11 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,730 miles
    Test number
    287679921353
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteCorrosion on n/s floor pan !!

  14. Fail33,792 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,792 miles
    Test number
    350948220384
    • Repaired at testNearside Brake relay lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have surface cracking to outer walls

  15. Pass33,792 miles (+2,841)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    33,792 miles
    Test number
    902738920330
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have surface cracking to outer walls

  16. Pass30,951 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    30,951 miles
    Test number
    503136109381
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail30,951 miles (+2,531)4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,951 miles
    Test number
    682726309342
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass28,420 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    28,420 miles
    Test number
    762886038361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail28,411 miles (+2,653)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,411 miles
    Test number
    771503638354
    • FailureCentre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pivot has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass25,758 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    25,758 miles
    Test number
    924615027323
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteN/s windscreen wiper blade is splitting

  21. Fail25,758 miles (+2,163)7 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,758 miles
    Test number
    712705127325
    • FailureDriver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront exhaust joint has a slight blow
    • NoteN/s windscreen wiper blade is splitting

  22. Pass23,595 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    23,595 miles
    Test number
    624695636362
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  23. Fail23,595 miles (+1,974)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,595 miles
    Test number
    770165636395
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  24. Pass21,621 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    21,621 miles
    Test number
    133423735313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail21,575 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,575 miles
    Test number
    900315025333
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Questions about S98 MFL

Does S98 MFL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S98 MFL is valid until 15 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S98 MFL?
The MOT on S98 MFL is valid until 15 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S98 MFL done?
S98 MFL was recorded at 43,804 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026, an average of 1,088 miles a year.
Has S98 MFL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S98 MFL has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jan 2013.
Has the mileage on S98 MFL ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on S98 MFL find?
S98 MFL passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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